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Botanical Garden vs Paco Imperial

Both Botanical Garden and Paco Imperial are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Botanical Garden scores significantly higher than Paco Imperial. Botanical Garden ranks #3 in Rio de Janeiro with positive reviews from 6 reviewers such as Concierge, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.

Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden
8 / 10
Rua Jardim Botanico 1008, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The 340-acre Botanical Garden contains more than 5,000 species of tropical and subtropical plants and trees, including 900 varieties of palms." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Founded in 1808 by King Dom João VI, it covers an impressive 338 acres of the city, giving Cariocas a real oasis within the city limits."
Frommer's Frommer's
"In the 2 centuries since its founding by Emperor Dom João VI, the botanical garden has grown to 141 hectares (348 acres) and added 6,000 species of tropical plants and trees to its collection." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Vast palm-lined avenues lead to groves of cocoa and rubber trees. Giant Amazonian water lilies—some more than three feet across—float in ponds." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Jardim Bôtanico is home to countless tropical species: royal palms, giant bamboos, medicinal plants, the famous Pau-Brasil." Full review
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Make the most of the surroundings by stopping for lunch on the terrace.
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Paco Imperial
Paco Imperial
8 / 10
Praca 15 de Novembro 48, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This two-story building with thick stone walls and an ornate entrance was built in 1743, and for the next 60 years was the headquarters for Brazil's captains (viceroys)." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Imperial Palace stands at the heart of the Praça XV. Now one of the city's foremost cultural centres, it holds temporary exhibitions of painting and sculpture and has its own cinema." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"It's a pleasingly simple structure...it serves as an exhibition hall for traveling cultural exhibits. A room on the ground floor charts the history of the palace, with maps, paintings, and engravings" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The building was neglected for many years but has been restored and is used for exhibitions and concerts; its cinema frequently screens foreign and art-house films." Full review